Vikings Defense Primed to Bring Back the Purple People Eaters

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Published: August 10, 2009

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... the defensive coordinator for the Vikings, has transformed what used to be a major weakness in the organization for many years into a powerhouse.

He has done something that no other team has done in the history of the NFL: lead the league in rush defense three years in a row.

While the the rush defense has been supurb, the pass defense had suffered. Until last year anyway.

The Vikings finished 32nd in pass defense in 2007, but jumped 14 spots to 18th in 2008. They'll look to improve that number this upcoming season.

The defensive line was nearly unstoppable last season.

They've got everyone back and in full health. Jared Allen's shoulder is completely healed as is Pat Williams'.

Ray Edwards is entering his fourth season and second as a full-time starter. While his sack totals aren't where we want them to be, he is a great run stopper.

Then of course there's Kevin Williams, the best defensive tackle in the NFL today. His 8.5 sacks ranke...

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